Cordaid Ethiopia

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13/10/2026

CALL FOR STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS | CORDAID ETHIOPIA
🤝 Together, we can achieve greater impact.
Cordaid Ethiopia invites eligible civil society organisations to express their interest in becoming strategic partners in advancing locally led development, humanitarian action, community resilience, social justice and sustainable change.
We welcome local and national NGOs, community-based and faith-based organisations, women-led and women’s rights organisations, youth-led organisations, organisations of persons with disabilities, refugee-led and grassroots organisations, and other eligible civil society actors.
We are looking for partners who share our values, bring complementary expertise and are committed to long-term collaboration, mutual learning, joint resource mobilisation and collective impact.
đź“„ Read the Terms of Reference and application requirements: Cordaid_Ethiopia_ToR_Strategic_Partner_Mapping

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đź“ť Submit your Expression of Interest:
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đź“… Deadline: 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM East Africa Time (EAT)
For questions about the application form, contact:
[email protected]
Let’s build equitable partnerships that create lasting change for communities across Ethiopia.

Learning Together. Changing Together. Creating Better Impact.29–30 September 2026 | Cordaid EthiopiaWhat happens when gl...
05/10/2026

Learning Together. Changing Together. Creating Better Impact.
29–30 September 2026 | Cordaid Ethiopia
What happens when global experience meets local knowledge?
For two days, Cordaid Ethiopia and colleagues from the Global Office came together to explore how we can work better-from ERPx and project cycles to Shared Services and responsible AI.
From testing ERPx with our Ethiopia HR and Programme teams to discussing how project cycles and Shared Services can work better, the conversations centred on one simple question:
“How can we make this work better in our context?”

For us, this is what Local-Led Development means in practice: listening, learning, adapting and valuing local experience while connecting it with global knowledge.
Cordaid is not standing still. We learn. We adapt. We improve-together.
Because better ways of working today create greater impact tomorrow.

EU and Member State Delegation Sees PBF’s Impact First-Hand at Tirunesh Bedjing General HospitalOn 23 September, an EU a...
25/09/2026

EU and Member State Delegation Sees PBF’s Impact First-Hand at Tirunesh Bedjing General Hospital
On 23 September, an EU and EU Member State delegation, including the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (EKN), joined the Ministry of Health and Cordaid Ethiopia for a visit to Ethiopia’s Performance-Based Financing (PBF) programme.
At Tirunesh Bedjing General Hospital, one of the hospitals participating in the PBF programme, Dr Eshetu, Director of the hospital, shared a powerful reflection:
“PBF changed the culture of our hospital positively.”
From data quality reportedly improving from 0% to 98%, to stronger staff motivation, improved maternal waiting areas, greater privacy, accessibility and strengthened services, the visit highlighted tangible changes associated with PBF.
The delegation engaged actively with health leaders and staff, discussing sustainability, community engagement, regional expansion and how PBF investments are prioritised.
From a pilot to a culture of continuous improvement — this is PBF in practice.

31/08/2026

Partnership in Action: Local Knowledge, Shared Purpose, Lasting Change

What happens when local knowledge meets technical expertise? Change becomes stronger- and more sustainable.

Through its partnership with HUNDEE – Oromo Grassroots Development Initiative, Cordaid is putting locally led development into action. HUNDEE brings deep community knowledge and relationships, while Cordaid contributes technical expertise, programme support, quality assurance, coordination and learning. Together, they plan, solve challenges and learn from one another.

At the recent EJR Project Review, Learning & Exit Strategy Workshop in Adama, both partners reflected on what has been achieved-and how to ensure the results continue beyond the project.

Because for Cordaid, partnership is not just about implementing projects together. It is about building local ownership, strengthening systems and creating change that lasts.

Partnership in action. Local leadership. Shared impact. Lasting change.

Communities recognise the impact of partnerships rooted in local leadership.In East Borana, where goats are more than li...
13/07/2026

Communities recognise the impact of partnerships rooted in local leadership.
In East Borana, where goats are more than livestock-they are a lifeline for pastoralist families-strengthening the goat value chain means strengthening livelihoods, resilience and economic opportunities.
At the Goat Value Chain Study Validation Workshop held in Negele Borena, participants reviewed the findings of a comprehensive goat value chain assessment presented by Alemu Tolemariam (PhD) of TZ-BIC. The workshop brought together government representatives, community members, cooperatives and development partners to validate evidence, identify practical solutions and shape the future of the sector.
The study reaffirmed the immense potential of the goat value chain while highlighting the need for stronger production systems, improved veterinary services, better market access, increased value addition, and greater opportunities for women and young people.
One of the most meaningful moments of the workshop was the presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Cordaid Ethiopia and its local implementing partners, HUNDEE and EECMY-DASSC. The recognition reflects years of collaboration built on trust, local ownership and a shared commitment to improving the lives of pastoralist communities.
For Cordaid, sustainable development is not about delivering solutions alone. It is about working alongside communities, government institutions and local partners to generate evidence, strengthen local systems and create lasting opportunities that communities themselves can sustain.
The workshop reinforced a shared vision: when local knowledge, strong partnerships and evidence-based approaches come together, meaningful transformation becomes possible.
We are honoured by this recognition and remain committed to supporting locally led, climate-resilient and inclusive economic development across Ethiopia.

🌱 From a Small Seed to a Big OpportunitySometimes, meaningful transformation begins with something remarkably small.In E...
29/06/2026

🌱 From a Small Seed to a Big Opportunity
Sometimes, meaningful transformation begins with something remarkably small.
In Ethiopia's Argoba Special Woreda, a single improved mung bean variety introduced by Cordaid Ethiopia has grown into a powerful opportunity for farmers, improving livelihoods while building resilience and creating new market opportunities.
On 25 June 2026, Cordaid Ethiopia brought together government representatives, farmers, financial institutions, cooperatives, traders, and academia to validate the Mung Bean Value Chain Study under the Knowledge and Innovation Project. The workshop provided a platform to examine the entire value chain-from production to market-highlighting both the remarkable success of Argoba's mung bean and the barriers that still prevent farmers from fully benefiting from their efforts.
One inspiring reflection from participants was Cordaid's pioneering role in introducing improved mung bean varieties to Argoba. Today, Argoba mung beans have earned a reputation as one of Ethiopia's highest-quality products, trusted by both domestic and export markets. Protecting that reputation while strengthening farmers' access to finance, markets, storage, value addition, and stronger partnerships will be key to unlocking the crop's full potential.
The workshop was more than a validation exercise-it was a commitment to turning evidence into action and ensuring that innovation translates into better livelihoods for farming communities.
A small seed. A trusted brand. A stronger future for Argoba's farmers.

Behind every person struggling with mental health challenges is a story that deserves understanding, not stigma.In many ...
12/06/2026

Behind every person struggling with mental health challenges is a story that deserves understanding, not stigma.
In many communities across Ethiopia, particularly in conflict-affected and economically vulnerable areas, mental health and psychosocial conditions remain widely misunderstood. Too many individuals suffer in silence, while families often seek help only after a situation has become severe. Yet mental health challenges, though often invisible, can profoundly affect individuals, families, and entire communities.
That is why strengthening the knowledge and skills of frontline health workers is so important. When health providers can recognize mental health and psychosocial needs early, they become a bridge to hope, healing, and recovery.
To improve access to quality mental health and psychosocial support, Cordaid Ethiopia, in partnership with the Amhara Regional Health Bureau, trained 22 health professionals in Bahir Dar on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS). Participants strengthened their skills in psychological first aid, psychosocial interventions, and community-based mental health care, with knowledge assessment scores increasing from 72% to 81%.
Every trained health worker represents more people who can access compassionate care, timely support, and a pathway to recovery. Through initiatives like this, Cordaid continues to strengthen resilient health systems and bring mental health services closer to the communities that need them most.

By investing in healthcare professionals, Cordaid is helping build stronger systems, safer communities, and better acces...
04/06/2026

By investing in healthcare professionals, Cordaid is helping build stronger systems, safer communities, and better access to protection and care for those affected by violence.

Strengthening Care for GBV Survivors;
Quality support for survivors begins with skilled frontline healthcare providers.
Cordaid Ethiopia trained 23 health professionals, of whom 12 were female, on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response.
Participants' average assessment scores increased from 66% to 94%, strengthening their capacity to provide survivor-centred care, psychological support, referral services, and clinical management for GBV survivors.

From drought-prone landscapes to growing green fields, communities in Argoba Woreda are beginning to witness a remarkabl...
28/05/2026

From drought-prone landscapes to growing green fields, communities in Argoba Woreda are beginning to witness a remarkable transformation through the support of Cordaid Ethiopia.
During a field visit and project evaluation workshop held from 21 -22 May 2026, government officials highlighted the growing impact of the intervention on agriculture, irrigation access, environmental rehabilitation, and livelihoods.
Through nearly 12 kilometres of HDPE irrigation support, improved seed provision, poultry production, beekeeping, and land rehabilitation activities, farmers are now increasing productivity and creating sustainable income opportunities. Local authorities estimate that agricultural production in the woreda has increased by nearly 50 percent compared to previous years.
Farmers are becoming model farmers, vulnerable households are rebuilding resilience, and communities once affected by drought and migration pressures are beginning to see renewed hope.
In recognition of the organisation’s contribution, local officials honoured Cordaid Ethiopia with a certificate of recognition and traditional “GABE” blankets - a respected cultural symbol of dignity, honour, and appreciation.
From vulnerability to resilience, the transformation taking place in Argoba reflects the power of climate-resilient and community-driven development.

11/05/2026

Field Visit Highlights Performance-Based Financing in Jimma 🇪🇹
On 4 May 2026, Cordaid Ethiopia hosted a field visit in Jimma to showcase the impact of its Performance-Based Financing (PBF) programme.
The mission welcomed Constant TCHONA, newly appointed West Africa Cluster Director, for an experience-sharing visit aimed at learning from Ethiopia’s implementation model and results on the ground.
The visit covered Seka Primary Hospital, Chokorsa Primary School, Sombo Health Centre, and Last Mile Project activities-offering a close look at how PBF is strengthening both health and education services.
Across sites, discussions focused on how performance-based financing is improving accountability, boosting local ownership, and enabling frontline institutions to take greater control of their results.
Constant highlighted the strong implementation experience in Ethiopia and noted that key lessons from the programme will inform similar approaches in West Africa. He particularly emphasised how PBF is strengthening public systems by empowering local leadership and improving service delivery outcomes.
A key takeaway from the visit was the high level of ownership demonstrated by facility leaders and staff-showing how results-based approaches can drive real system change at the local level.
This visit reaffirmed Cordaid Ethiopia’s commitment to practical learning, peer exchange, and strengthening public systems through results-driven programming in health and education.

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